Teachers and parents gathered at FDR High School to protest ICE's access to schools. Organized by the Committee to Defend Immigrants, they voiced concerns over the impact of federal deportation policies on students, who are increasingly afraid to attend classes. They criticized Mayor Adams’ directives that appear to allow ICE access to traditionally safe spaces like schools and shelters, arguing it exacerbates fears within immigrant communities. Despite backlash, a City Hall spokesperson labeled these criticisms as misinformation, aiming to clarify the city's actual stance on law enforcement access.
"Right now, as the federal government ramps up mass deportations, having already lifted restrictions on ICE entering schools, students across NYC are rightly fearful."
"Let’s be very clear: anyone perpetuating the claim that New York City is instructing city employees to simply open doors for federal law enforcement is spreading misinformation."
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